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Area Sales Manager

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Basingstoke

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Key Account Manager  

Location: Reading + surrounding areas 

 Package:

£40,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Bonus Scheme
Company Car
23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme
Private Health Insurance
Additional BenefitsRole Overview A leading distributor of Fluid Power products is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Area Sales Manager / Sales Engineer / Key Account Manager to cover the South East of the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for selling and managing key accounts within the Fluid Power sector, working through distribution channels and directly with end users/OEMs. You will manage and grow relationships with existing clients while developing new business opportunities in various industries that rely on Fluid Power solutions. Experience in selling or servicing products such as Pneumatics and Hydraulics is ideal for this role, though experience with other Fluid Power products, such as Valves, Pumps, Filtration, Compressors, Vacuum Systems, Blowers, Motors, or similar mechanical engineering products, will also be considered.

 Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow existing key accounts, developing strong relationships with customers through distribution channels and OEMs.
Generate new business opportunities, focusing on the sale of Pneumatic and Hydraulic products, as well as other Fluid Power solutions, including Valves, Pumps, Filtration, Compressors, Vacuum Systems, Blowers, Motors, and more.
Conduct product demonstrations, attend exhibitions, and negotiate sales to meet and exceed targets.
Collaborate closely with the Service Department to ensure high standards of after-sales service are maintained.
Cover the South East of the UK, regularly visiting clients, attending meetings, and ensuring strong client presence.
Hybrid role, on the road 3-4 days per week.Candidate Requirements
Proven experience in a Sales Engineer, Area Sales Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Development Manager, or similar role in an engineering environment.
Experience with Pneumatics and Hydraulics is a must. Experience with Fluid Power products such as Valves, Pumps, Filtration, Compressors, Vacuum Systems, Blowers, Motors, or similar mechanical engineering products is also highly desirable.
Strong business development skills, with a focus on customer relationship management and expanding key accounts.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
A high level of enthusiasm, determination, and motivation to succeed and grow within a reputable engineering distributor.
A technical Engineering Degree is advantageous but not essential.
A full, clean UK driving license and willingness to travel Reading + Surrounding areasThis is an exciting opportunity to join a leading distributor in the Fluid Power industry, with excellent potential for career growth and development. If you are driven, passionate about sales, and have the relevant experience, we would love to hear from you

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